ATI TEAS English and Language Usage

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Adverb. 'Ridiculously' is modifying the adjective 'easy,' describing the level of ease in which the test was completed. Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, in this case, modifying the adjective 'easy.' The other choices are incorrect because 'ridiculously' is not a verb (A), interjection (B), or adjective (C) in this context. It does not express an emotion (interjection) or describe a noun (adjective) but rather provides further information on the extent of the ease of the test (adverb).

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Correct Answer: D Rationale: 1. Use of "but" in option D helps to show a contrast between Jesse's training and the cold, wet day affecting his performance. 2. The sentence structure in option D is clear and logical, with "Jesse had trained for the marathon for 6 months" followed by the reason for his worry. 3. Options A, B, and C lack the appropriate transition words or conjunctions to connect the two ideas effectively. 4. Option B has a misplaced modifier as it suggests the cold and wet day caused Jesse to worry, rather than the actual reason - his training. 5. Option C creates confusion by placing the reason for worry before the actual cause, leading to a lack of clarity in the sentence structure.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because a direct quotation from a reference source is someone else's exact words and ideas, which need to be credited to the original author to avoid plagiarism. It is essential to cite the reference source to give proper credit and show where the information came from. In contrast, option A does not require a citation as it refers to things that are easily observed and considered common knowledge. Option B, a summary at the end of a project, typically does not need a citation if it is a summary of your own work. Option C, a personal experience, may not require a citation if it is your own personal experience and not borrowed from another source.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The prefix 'epi-' in 'epidemic' means 'on' or 'upon.' It comes from the Greek word meaning 'upon' or 'on.' In the context of an epidemic, it refers to a widespread occurrence or outbreak of a disease that affects a large number of people. The prefix 'epi-' does not mean 'badly' (A), 'a lot' (C), or 'a little' (D) in this word. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer as it closely aligns with the actual meaning of the prefix in the term 'epidemic.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The context clue that helps define the word 'emulate' in the sentence is the word "imitate." Emulate means to imitate or copy someone's actions or behavior. In the sentence, it directly states that Felicia would often imitate the way her big sister spoke, moved, and dressed, which aligns with the definition of 'emulate.' A: 'tried' is too general and does not directly relate to the meaning of 'emulate.' B: 'often' does not provide a direct clue to the meaning of 'emulate.' D: 'way' is too vague and does not offer a specific connection to the definition of 'emulate.' Therefore, the correct answer is C, as it directly links to the concept of imitation which is synonymous with 'emulate.'